Understanding the 3 Basic Causes of Cracks in Foundation Walls



Foundation walls are designed to support the weight of your house and resist the moisture surrounding it. You can understand its importance from the fact that it is called the ‘foundation’ or the base of your house, which it is built upon. When the foundation is solid, there’s a dry and stable environment. But when cracks develop, moisture seeps into your basement, damaging valuables like carpeting, keepsakes, and furniture, promoting mould growth and disrupting your peace of mind.

One of the leading construction chemicals manufacturers in India who manufacture basement waterproofing products in Delhi explained that if you’re noticing wall cracks in your basement and want to get them fixed, you first need to know the 3 basic causes of cracks in foundation walls. Have a look:

1.   Shrinkage – This happens shortly after a house is built.  The poured concrete foundation dries too quickly, shrinks and hairline cracks appear.

2.   Settling – Typically this happens for only a short period after the house is built.  The foundation is placed onto ground that still wants to compress.  If the compression is minor, the cracks usually are also.  However, if the ground continues to compress for a while, the existing foundation cracks get progressively wider and new ones may appear.

3.   Movement – This is the most common cause of cracks we see.  When the ground around the foundation moves and shifts it causes cracks.  As the movement continues these cracks worsen and multiply.


The company mentioned above also provides waterproofing solutions in Delhi in addition to manufacturing basement waterproofing products. You can contact them if you want your basement waterproofed. 
Location: C-44/2, 1ST & 2ND FLOOR, OKHLA INDUSTRIAL AREA, PHASE-II, NEW DELHI, New Delhi, Delhi 110020, India

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